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title: "Slimthusiasts Rejoice: Slim Chickens Opens in Redditch"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/5e3a38a7-28b6-4752-911f-61612fc87ceb
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20220926_slimthusiasts_rejoice_slim_chickens_opens_in_redditch.html
category: "Chicken"
industry: "Restaurants"
segment: "Chicken"
topics: ["Development & multi-unit"]
published: 2022-09-26T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-11-01T22:32:58.651Z
image: https://imgs.franchising.com/brands/social/slimchickens.jpg
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# Slimthusiasts Rejoice: Slim Chickens Opens in Redditch

**TL;DR:** Slim Chickens, a fast-casual franchise, has opened a new restaurant in Redditch, UK, with over 188 locations across the US and UK. The brand is known for its high-quality food and strong devoted fanbase, and is continuing its UK growth in partnership with Boparan Restaurant Group and Bourne Leisure.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2022-09-26. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20220926_slimthusiasts_rejoice_slim_chickens_opens_in_redditch.html).*

## Story

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. - Slim Chickens, a leading fast casual franchise, which features dine-in and drive-thru service in the better-chicken segment, announced today its newest restaurant opening in Redditch. Seasoned operating groups Boparan Restaurant Group and Bourne Leisure are spearheading the new location.

Dubbed “the better-chicken brand”, Slim Chickens has opened more than 188 locations across the United States and the United Kingdom, and is known for its passionate group of followers in the markets in which it operates. With more than 1,100 locations in development, the brand’s momentum shows no signs of slowing down.

“We’re thrilled to continue our U.K. growth in partnership with Boparan Restaurant Group and Bourne Leisure—they both have impressive track records as franchise operators and will surely lead Slims to success,” said Jackie Lobdell, Vice President of Franchise Development at Slim Chickens. “Demand for chicken concepts is at an all-time high, creating a strong growth opportunity for operators. As a result, we’re seeing a significant rise in interest for Slim Chickens from investors across both internationally and in the U.S.”

The brand prides itself on its cooked-to-order fresh food and strong devoted fanbase, also known as “Slimthusiasts.” Slim Chickens has distinguished itself in the “better chicken” segment by offering high-quality food and 17 house-made dipping sauces, allowing customers to enjoy a different flavor profile with each visit. Its menu is broader than many in the segment, offering chicken tenders, fresh salads, sandwiches, chicken and waffles, chicken wings and unique side items.

Fans also resonate with the southern contemporary look and feel and open and inviting layout of Slim Chickens restaurants, which speak to the hospitality mindset that anchors the brand.

Slim Chickens’ franchise opportunity differentiates itself with prime markets available for multi-unit development, a passionate leadership team and world-class franchisee support system. As Slim Chickens expands, it is awarding franchise opportunities to qualified, experienced and passionate multi-unit groups looking to add a dynamic segment to their portfolio.

Slim Chickens, a leading fast casual franchise which features dine-in and drive-through in the better-chicken segment, opened in 2003 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Offering high-quality food with a focus on fresh, delicious ingredients, the brand prides itself on its southern flair and commitment to hospitality, all in a fast-casual setting. Food is cooked to order, and the differentiated menu features chicken tenders, fresh salads, sandwiches, chicken and waffles, chicken wings and unique side items, alongside 17 house-made dipping sauces.

Slim Chickens is a fast-casual brand in the better-chicken segment, built to scale across markets with flexible formats. Its diverse menu, cooked-to-order quality, and Southern hospitality continue to drive strong growth.

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- Restaurants (sector)
- unit expansion (topic)
- franchise growth (topic)
- fast casual (topic)
- Slim Chickens (company)
- Jackie Lobdell (person)
- Boparan Restaurant Group (company)
- uk expansion (topic)
- chicken concept (topic)
- Redditch (location)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20220926_slimthusiasts_rejoice_slim_chickens_opens_in_redditch.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/5e3a38a7-28b6-4752-911f-61612fc87ceb).